Shamsapur - Mankapur, Gonda
Shamsapur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Karoha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamsapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamsapur is 175665. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.89 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode. Mankapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Shamsapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamsapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamsapur village had a total population of 407 people, including 167 males and 240 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,437 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.15%, with male literacy at 59.56% and female literacy at 38.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 167 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 86 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Shamsapur
Shamsapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Mardha Khurd | South | 0.70 km |
| Gara Buzurg | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Karoha | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Alvalpur | North | 1.43 km |
| Lalpur Bhaluhiya | West | 1.54 km |
| Sema Sathi | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Sadapur | East | 1.84 km |
| Bardhya | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Golhaipur | South-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamsapur
Public transport in the Shamsapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mankapur to Shamsapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Shamsapur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamsapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamsapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shamsapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamsapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shamsapur
Where is Shamsapur located?
Shamsapur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamsapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamsapur is Karoha.
What is the pincode of Shamsapur?
The pincode of Shamsapur is 271302.
What is the population of Shamsapur?
Shamsapur had a total population of 407, including 167 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Shamsapur?
Shamsapur had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamsapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamsapur was 47.15%. Male literacy was 59.56% and female literacy was 38.58%.